A young motorbike champion is looking for sponsors to help him ride to success.

Liam Owens, aged 10, from Banwen, is the current Youth Motorcycle Sporting Association champion and hopes to defend his title this year.

The Cwmgwrach Primary School pupil, who is believed to be the youngest person to ride for Wales, also came third in the British Motorcycling Championships, which were held on the Isle of Wight in September.

Liam, who is a member of the Dulais Valley Motorcycling Club, has been riding since the age of six and started competing last year.

His proud father Ian Owens said: 'His achievements of the last year has been fantastic.'

Sponsored by Paul Green Tyres in Glynneath, Liam is now preparing for the 2007 British Champions in April.

If you are interested in sponsoring Liam, contact Ian on 07866 088371.